Sony Releases PS5 Update to Address Graphical Issues and Crashes in Final Fantasy XVI

Is the Update a Fix for the Game’s Problems?

Sony’s latest system update for the PlayStation 5, version 24.06-10.01.00, has been released on Friday morning. The update aims to improve system software performance and stability, without specifically mentioning any fixes for Final Fantasy XVI. However, a post on the official Final Fantasy XVI Twitter account claims that this update was released in response to the crashes and graphical bugs reported by players after the previous PS5 firmware update.

Bugs and Crashes Following the Previous Update

Following the September 12th PS5 update (24.06-10.00.00), players of Final Fantasy XVI and other games, such as Star Wars Outlaws, Death Stranding, and Elden Ring, reported a range of issues. Some players experienced game crashes when loading save files or fast-traveling, while others encountered severe graphical bugs, including black squares that would cover large portions of the screen, making the game unplayable.